Huehuetenango Mushroomtongue Salamander
Bolitoglossa huehuetenanguensis
Extremely high risk of extinction
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Huehuetenango Mushroomtongue Salamander
Bolitoglossa centenorum is a lungless salamander in the family Plethodontidae endemic to Guatemala.
Key Facts
- Critically endangered - one of the rarest animals on Earth!
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Huehuetenango Mushroomtongue Salamander?
The scientific name of the Huehuetenango Mushroomtongue Salamander is Bolitoglossa huehuetenanguensis.
Is the Huehuetenango Mushroomtongue Salamander endangered?
The Huehuetenango Mushroomtongue Salamander is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
How many Huehuetenango Mushroomtongue Salamander sightings have been recorded?
2 observations of the Huehuetenango Mushroomtongue Salamander have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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